EDUS2010 Research Methods I (5 cr)

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Study level:

Advanced studies

Grading scale:

0-5

Language:

English

Responsible organisation:

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of Education and Psychology

Curriculum periods:

2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028

Description

Different approaches to quantitative and qualitative research methods, including data collection, analysis, and how to review research.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will

be able to situate their own MA thesis research in the broader context of research.
understand the central ontological and epistemological theories and points of view in research.
understand the research process from the perspectives of quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods research.
be able to justify their own research and methodological choices in a (MA thesis) research plan.

Additional information

Mode of completion to be specified in the Study Programme. Assessment criteria will be specified in the Study Programme or at the beginning of the course.

Study materials

Tracy, S. J. (2012). Qualitative research methods: Collecting evidence, crafting analysis, communicating impact. Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell.

Applicable parts of: Coolican, H. (2017 or later editions). Research methods and statistics in psychology. London; New York: Psychology Press.

Other materials to be specified during the course.

Completion methods

Method 1

Evaluation criteria:

Assessment criteria will be specified in the study programme or at the beginning of the course.

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Parts of the completion methods

Teaching (5 cr)

Type:

Participation in teaching